Israeli Artist Yair Emanuel Turns Jerusalem into a Vivid Landscape
Israel artist Yair Emanuel is one of the most well known of Jewish artists. Emanuel’s work is so popular that it can be seen all over Israel in souvenir shops or art galleries. The Israeli native Judaica artist studied and graduated from the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design. Emanuel lives and works in Jerusalem. Emanuel was born on Kibbutz Sha’alvim and grew up in Jerusalem in an Orthodox home. As he grew up he took on a more liberal approach to Judaism. His variances in study and beliefs have influenced his own unique style of art centered on Jewish art.
Yair Emanuel and his unique artistic approach to Judaic art
Emanuel incorporates traditional motifs with modern artistic designs. Emanuel is able to skillfully craft together ancient Jewish scriptural stories with his own love of oriental art. Emanuel combines a vivid color scheme with a mixture of Old and New scope ideas. He is able to combine these characteristics skillfully and emphasizing on the balance and flow of a piece. He designs and crafts all of his pieces in his Jerusalem studio.
Jerusaem Challah Cover by Yair Emanuel
Yair Emanuel specializes in the formation and creation of his own original, hand crafted Judaica (of or relating to Jewish life and customs) products primarily incorporates the techniques of painting on silk. He also utilizes hand embroidery, raw-silk applique and painting on wood. Emanuel’s work is well thought of in Israel. In fact, he is considered to be the premier artisof Israel. Purchasing a piece of this Jewish artist’s work is like bringing a piece of Israel home.
Jerusalem Havdallah Set
Emanuel employs a great deal of staff at his studio. Many of his staff members are new immigrants to Jerusalem. He also employs the mentally disabled at his establishment. Emanuel also donates a portion of his studio’s profits to charity. If you are a fan of his work and are ever in Jerusalem, you can see his studio up close and personally. Emanuel will show you how he puts together his creations. You will see the hand crafted production of the various pieces. Emanuel’s newest art work can only be seen at his studio, you might even catch a glimpse of his newly finished work before it is posted or offered anywhere online.
Yair Emanuel’s unique Judaica artworks include Shabbat candlesticks, Challah Covers, Hanukkah menorahs, hand-embroidered Tallits and much more. Emanuel’s works make some of the most popular Jewish gifts sold today. What is really captivating in Yair Emanuel’s works is the fact that they truly reflect the ancient and holy atmosphere of Jerusalem, which can only be conveyed through art. With Emanuel’s magic touch, the sights of Jerusalem magically come to life.
You can find a wide range of Jewish gifts by Yair Emanuel at this Israeli based Judaica store Judaica 7 .
